Alma Ross is Sherry Scott's secretary and a member of the broadcasting office staff. She questions the morality of turning a woman's suffering into entertainment, observing that audiences can be interested in a public crucifixion. Although Sherry initially dismisses her challenge, Alma eventually leaves the company with her.
Dave's wife who initially tries to discourage his risky aviation ventures. Struggling with his growing obsession and neglect, she eventually leaves him but reconciles with him after his successful trans-Pacific flight secures their future and restores their relationship.
An American actress unable to find work at home, Laurine travels to Europe seeking employment. Following her press agent Joe Craig's advice, she advertises for a marriage of convenience and marries Rupert, unaware he is a prince. Their mistaken assumptions strain the relationship, but after her career succeeds, she ultimately returns to Rupert, ready to be his wife.
An aspiring playwright whose work Al Jackson decides to produce for his Broadway comeback. A misunderstanding regarding a surprise causes a lover's quarrel with Al, which is resolved on opening night as the play becomes a rousing success.
Gordon Creed's estranged wife, Jane works for missionary Dr. Abernathy in the remote town and has fallen in love with Hallet. She does not believe in divorce and keeps their relationship platonic. Fang tries to persuade her to go with him, and she later attends to Creed's wound.
Jimmy Canfield's fiancée and the daughter of General Harper, Mary is distressed by Jimmy's preference for performing over fighting. She is pleased when she finds him in the Army in France, but later turns her back on him when he is accused of being a spy and traitor.
An adventurous author living in the Alaskan wilds among the Eskimo people to gather material for her novel. She befriends animals, including orphaned bear cubs and Firefly, and travels with hunter Gaston Rogers toward Nenana as the community faces dwindling food and dangerous predators.
Alicia is involved in the response to Gerald's disappearance from the estate. She wonders whether a young woman who crashed into the estate's fence may be connected to the missing heir, raising a possible lead for those searching for him. The summary does not establish what becomes of that suspicion.
Beverly Roberts has 21 screen credits in a career dating back to 1936. Signature works include Buried Alive, Her Husband's Secretary, First Offenders. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
